Rachel Blount

Reporter/Columnist | Sports
Phone: 612-673-4389
Rachel Blount is a sports columnist and general assignment reporter, with a particular emphasis on Olympic sports.

Recent content from Rachel Blount

Goucher says victory is a 'dream come true'

The Duluth native used the race as a tuneup for the Olympic marathon Aug. 5.

Updated: June 16, 2012, - 07:20 PM

First-time champions take Grandma's Marathon

On a humid morning along Lake Superior, Berhanu Girma of Ethiopia won the men's race in 2:12:25. Everlyne Lagat won the women's race.

Updated: June 16, 2012, - 06:29 PM

Olympic diving: Ex-Twin Viola's daughter getting closer to Games

The daughter of former Twins pitcher Frank Viola is a favorite in platform at the upcoming U.S. diving trials.

Updated: June 16, 2012, - 09:07 AM

For Kara Goucher, it's home, then London

A half-marathon in Duluth will be Kara Goucher's final test before the Olympics.

Updated: June 16, 2012, - 08:23 AM

Blount: Deal is a winner for Canterbury and state

 Ending a futile quest for a racino helps the track, its workers and the industry.

Updated: June 06, 2012, - 06:40 AM

Clock is ticking for Eden Prairie's Olympic hopeful

The Olympic swimming trials are approaching, and 18-year-old Rachel Bootsma has put in the work. Now she's looking for any edge to make her fractions of a second faster.

Updated: May 23, 2012, - 01:13 PM

March 20: Driven to succeed

Three hours in the pool, rigorous weight training and cycling classes help explain the Olympic swimming hopeful's 9:30 bed time.

Updated: May 22, 2012, - 10:46 PM

February 12: Daring to dream her Olympic dream

High school senior Rachel Bootsma has big plans for this summer as she builds on her position as one of the best young swimmers in the country.

Updated: May 22, 2012, - 10:33 PM

May 2: Life beyond the pool

Rachel Bootsma doesn't regret missing proms while pursuing an Olympic dream.

Updated: May 22, 2012, - 10:33 PM

May 19: Bigger purses fuel hopes for a new season at Canterbury

The anticipation of more rewarding paydays filled Canterbury Park's horse community with hope on a balmy opening night.

Updated: May 19, 2012, - 09:24 AM

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